Arcata Promise, The
- Synopsis
- Television drama. In the small town of Arcata in America, a rich and successful actor (Gunge) made a promise to a young, attractive and vulnerable girl (Laura) that he would always love her and never hurt her. But the promise was broken, and after being constantly abused and assaulted Laura left, leaving Gunge to turn to drink and morbid self-awareness. As he plunges into alcoholism and insanity he enjoys his own past celebrated performances of Richard II.
- Language
- English
- Country
- Great Britain
- Medium
- Television
- Transmission details
- 22 Sep 1974 at 22:15 (Channel: ITV)
- Duration
- 100 mins
Credits
- Director
- David Cunliffe
- Writer
- David Mercer
- Cast
Anthony Hopkins Theo Gunge (King Richard II) John Fraser Kate Nelligan Laura
Additional Details
- Production type
- Television and Radio Drama
- Plays
- Richard II
- Subjects
- Drama
- Keywords
- alcohol abuse; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)
Production Company
Distributor
- Name
Network
- shop@networkonair.com
- Web
- http://networkonair.com/ External site opens in new window
- Phone
- 01992 657707
- Address
- 19-20 Blythe Road
Berghem Mews
Hammersmith
London
W14 0HN - Notes
- Founded in 1997, Network specialises in distributing niche television programmes, predominantly licensed from Granada Ventures and Fremantle. They have recently branched into feature film distribution. Sale via retail outlets or direct via Network’s website, which has some’web exclusive’ offers.
- Name
Retail outlets
How to cite this record
Shakespeare, "Arcata Promise, The". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av73458 (Accessed 19 Sep 2024)